Nikolaos The Man Of Dreams And The Legend Of Santa Claus
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Nikolaos The Man Of Dreams And The Legend Of Santa Claus
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Author : Armando Lazzari
language : en
Publisher: Tektime
Release Date : 2020-11-30
Nikolaos The Man Of Dreams And The Legend Of Santa Claus written by Armando Lazzari and has been published by Tektime this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2020-11-30 with Fiction categories.
St. Nicholas: A man who has the power to manipulate dreams by travelling in the dreamlike dimension. The story of his heroic adventures and how fate will give him the nickname of Santa Claus. ”Year 336 A.D. and Constantinople is the capital of the Roman Empire. On the throne reigns its founder Constantine I, engaged in palace intrigues and war against the barbarian invasions. Nikolaos, Bishop, protector and spiritual guide of the city of Myra, fights against the evil Pelznickel, a demon who threatens the peace of the city and the whole world through his Krampus. Blessed by God, Niklaos has the power to manipulate dreams and to travel in the dreamlike dimension, where he will face a thousand dangers and dangers to thwart the plans of his arch enemy before becoming the hero of children, the one who brings gifts and hopes on Christmas night”. Translator: Fatima Immacolata Pretta PUBLISHER: TEKTIME
Nikolaos The Man Of Dreams And The Legend Of Santa Claus
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Author : Armando Lazzari
language : en
Publisher: Litres
Release Date : 2020-12-17
Nikolaos The Man Of Dreams And The Legend Of Santa Claus written by Armando Lazzari and has been published by Litres this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2020-12-17 with Juvenile Fiction categories.
St. Nicholas: A man who has the power to manipulate dreams by travelling in the dreamlike dimension. The story of his heroic adventures and how fate will give him the nickname of Santa Claus. ”Year 336 A.D. and Constantinople is the capital of the Roman Empire. On the throne reigns its founder Constantine I, engaged in palace intrigues and war against the barbarian invasions. Nikolaos, Bishop, protector and spiritual guide of the city of Myra, fights against the evil Pelznickel, a demon who threatens the peace of the city and the whole world through his Krampus. Blessed by God, Niklaos has the power to manipulate dreams and to travel in the dreamlike dimension, where he will face a thousand dangers and dangers to thwart the plans of his arch enemy before becoming the hero of children, the one who brings gifts and hopes on Christmas night”.
Santa Claus Last Of The Wild Men
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Author : Phyllis Siefker
language : en
Publisher: McFarland
Release Date : 2006-11-27
Santa Claus Last Of The Wild Men written by Phyllis Siefker and has been published by McFarland this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2006-11-27 with Social Science categories.
Much of the modern-day vision of Santa Claus is owed to the Clement Moore poem "The Night Before Christmas." His description of Saint Nicholas personified the "jolly old elf" known to millions of children throughout the world. However, far from being the offshoot of Saint Nicholas of Turkey, Santa Claus is the last of a long line of what scholars call "Wild Men" who were worshipped in ancient European fertility rites and came to America through Pennsylvania's Germans. This pagan creature is described from prehistoric times through his various forms--Robin Hood, The Fool, Harlequin, Satan and Robin Goodfellow--into today's carnival and Christmas scenes. In this thoroughly researched work, the origins of Santa Claus are found to stretch back over 50,000 years, jolting the foundation of Christian myths about the jolly old elf.
The Real Santa Claus
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Author : Marianna Mayer
language : en
Publisher: StarWalk Kids Media
Release Date : 2013-10-01
The Real Santa Claus written by Marianna Mayer and has been published by StarWalk Kids Media this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2013-10-01 with Juvenile Nonfiction categories.
For most of us, young and old, Santa Claus is a jolly old man, as described in the classic poem "A Visit from St. Nicholas." In fact, few people realize that there was a real St. Nicholas. He was the Bishop of Myra and lived during the fourth century. In this beautifully illustrated and richly designed book, Mayer creates an inviting portrait of the man who became legendary for his generosity and miraculous acts of kindness.
Saint Nicholas And Santa Claus
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Author : Charles River Editors
language : en
Publisher: Independently Published
Release Date : 2019-01-06
Saint Nicholas And Santa Claus written by Charles River Editors and has been published by Independently Published this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2019-01-06 with categories.
*Includes pictures *Includes contemporary accounts *Includes online resources and a bibliography for further reading Christmas is the most important holiday of the year. After the corresponding days that exalt the national pride of each country, such as Independence Day in the United States, Victory Day in Russia, or Bastille Day in France, it's December 25 that articulates the life, the work and the economy in much of the world, including many non-Christian countries. Since ancient times, the beginning of winter has been the occasion for most people to eat, drink, dance, and get together to beat the drum and take a break. Especially since the 20th century on, the days adjacent to the holiday have become an occasion to do big business. The winter season is the most solid stimulus for the economy - more than any fiscal package - since the incomes of families, spending, credit, and consumption in all productive sectors are significantly increased. In the United States alone, Christmas sales are estimated to generate $3 trillion. One of the most important figures constantly brought up during the Christmas season is Saint Nicholas, despite the fact most people know little about him. In the 21st century, Saint Nicholas (or as people often refer to him, "Jolly Old Saint Nick") has been reduced to a pretend, adorably portly grandfather-type, a visual often accompanied by a fleet of magical reindeer and a bustling workshop staffed by endlessly cheerful elves. Most assume, quite understandably, that Saint Nicholas was the fount of inspiration that Santa Claus' myth weavers steadily drank from over the centuries. While this is accurate to some extent, it is important to remember that the parallels between Saint Nicholas and the present-day Santa Claus marketed by mass media are actually quite limited. As a result, this internationally celebrated figure has become more fiction than fact. However, when historians peel back the superficial layers of whimsy and caricatural perkiness swathed around his name, an image arises of a far more complex and fascinating character who did more than kick off the timeless tradition of gift-giving. Nicholas was not just a seasonal gift-giver, but a philanthropist who dedicated his life to helping the disadvantaged. He was not just a beloved bishop, but a fierce defender of the faith who remained undaunted in the face of persecution. To brand him a pious and God-fearing individual would be a massive understatement - indeed, he was, to those around him, the definition of a walking divinity, and an unrivaled miracle-worker sent straight from Heaven. Meanwhile, the turning point for old St. Nicholas, now Santa Claus, came with the December 24, 1881 edition of Harper ́s Weekly. Artist Thomas Nast gave him his definitive look for the Christmas issue as an old man with a huge round belly and a belt, a thick white beard, a red nose, a cap, mistletoe on his head, a miniature horse toy in one hand, a pipe between his fingers, and a child hanging from his neck. Ever since, Santa has been known the world over for being delightfully paunchy and endlessly jolly. To most, these two descriptors alone are enough to conjure up his name, and lead them to envision a round-bellied, grandfather-type, clad in a fur-trimmed, cherry-red ensemble, armed with candy canes and a bottomless sack of presents, and blessed with a bushy, silvery-white beard. Saint Nicholas and Santa Claus: The History of the Man and the Character Behind the Most Popular Christmas Traditions looks at what the real bishop's life was like, and how he served as the historical inspiration for Santa. Along with pictures depicting important people, places, and events, you will learn about Saint Nicholas and Santa Claus like never before.
The Story Of St Nicholas
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Author : Cheryl Odden
language : en
Publisher:
Release Date : 2007-09-01
The Story Of St Nicholas written by Cheryl Odden and has been published by this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2007-09-01 with Juvenile Nonfiction categories.
Retells the story of the man behind the legend of Santa Claus.
Saint Nicholas
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Author : Martin Ebon
language : en
Publisher: HarperCollins Publishers
Release Date : 1975
Saint Nicholas written by Martin Ebon and has been published by HarperCollins Publishers this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 1975 with Biography & Autobiography categories.
It is a long, long journey from the pious, thin Bishop Nicholas of Myra to the roly-poly dispenser of gifts on Christmas Eve. Why the tremendous appeal of a bishop in one of the remote corners of the Roman Empire? How did he become the jolly denizen of the North Pole? Here, lavishly illustrated with pictures that allow us to see as well as to read about Nicholas's transformation, is the story of an enigmatic figure. As the years flow by, the author points out, we come to know both less and more of this most popular saint. We lose and forget the details of his life, what he did and did not do, what he looked like when he walked through the streets of Myra. But paradoxically, with the accumulation of time it seems the spirit of the man drops its legendary, miraculous trappings and shines forth the more beautifully. We partake yearly of what must have been Nicholas's childlike joy, generosity, and concern for others: the soul of the saint himself. As "Saint Nicholas" persuasively argues, we have won the better part. -- From publisher's description.
Santa Claus Worldwide
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Author : Tom A. Jerman
language : en
Publisher: McFarland
Release Date : 2020-05-11
Santa Claus Worldwide written by Tom A. Jerman and has been published by McFarland this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2020-05-11 with Social Science categories.
This is a comprehensive history of the world's midwinter gift-givers, showcasing the extreme diversity in their depictions as well as the many traits and functions these characters share. It tracks the evolution of these figures from the tribal priests who presided over winter solstice celebrations thousands of years before the birth of Christ, to Christian notables like St. Martin and St. Nicholas, to a variety of secular figures who emerged throughout Europe following the Protestant Reformation. Finally, it explains how the popularity of a poem about a "miniature sleigh" and "eight tiny reindeer" helped consolidate the diverse European gift-givers into an enduring tradition in which American children awake early on Christmas morning to see what Santa brought. Although the names, appearance, attire and gift-giving practices of the world's winter solstice gift-givers differ greatly, they are all recognizable as Santa, the personification of the Christmas and Midwinter festivals. Despite efforts to eliminate him by groups as diverse as the Puritans of seventeenth century New England, the Communist Party of the twentieth century Soviet Union and the government of Nazi Germany, Santa has survived and prospered, becoming one of the best known and most beloved figures in the world.
Santa Talks
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Author : Glenn Heald
language : en
Publisher: iUniverse
Release Date : 2013-01-08
Santa Talks written by Glenn Heald and has been published by iUniverse this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2013-01-08 with Religion categories.
The magic of Santa Claus has been raising questions in the minds of children around the world for centuries. In Santa Talks!, Glenn Heald relies on his research and personal experience playing Santa as he shares details of Saint Nicholass life and creatively answers the questions often asked by children while sitting on Santas lap. Beginning with Nicholass early childhood when he happily lived with monks, Heald narrates the fascinating story of Santas coming-of-age journey through life. After sixteen-year-old Nicholas joins the order to serve the poor, the young bishop soon inherits a fortune from his parents, providing him with the capacity to help the less fortunate. As he throws bags of gold through the windows of children, it is not long before Nicholas encounters a locked window and decides to drop the bag through the chimney. And so begins Santas mission to bring happiness to boys and girls around the world. Tailored for grandparents, parents, and children of all ages, Santa Talks! keeps Christ in Christmas while sharing the magical story of Saint Nicholass journey to becoming the most beloved holiday character of all time.
The Legend Of Saint Nicholas
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Author : Demi
language : en
Publisher: Margaret K. McElderry Books
Release Date : 2003-10-01
The Legend Of Saint Nicholas written by Demi and has been published by Margaret K. McElderry Books this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2003-10-01 with Juvenile Fiction categories.
From his very first day of life, when he rises from his bath to pray to God, it is clear that Nicholas is a miraculous child with a spiritual destiny. As he grows he is deeply saddened by the sickness, suffering, and death that he witnesses every day. Looking to use his special gifts to affect change in the often desperate world around him, Nicholas dedicates his life to worshiping the Lord and helping those in need. Through his good works, Nicholas becomes the youngest man to ever become a bishop and the patron saint of seafarers, children, and prisoners. He performs more than twenty miracles, including bringing those wrongly killed back to life and going to people in need as an apparition, providing solace and inspiration. In The Legend of Saint Nicholas, Demi describes pivotal events in the history and life of the saint, weaving a rich tapestry of luminous imagery into the story of his connection with Christmas and our modern-day Santa Claus. Demi's gilded artwork brings Nicholas to life in a way sure to mesmerize readers new to the story of this fascinating and important historical figure.